Meet Our Team & Management

Leadership Driving Innovation & Excellence

At Bharati Defence & Infrastructure Limited, our team and management bring together decades of industry expertise, strategic vision, and operational excellence. Backed by a legacy of over 50 years in serving the Indian Armed Forces, our leadership is committed to transforming defence capabilities through innovation, indigenous manufacturing, and advanced technology solutions.

With strong foundations in heavy engineering, tactical communications, unmanned systems, and battlefield modernisation, our management team ensures BDIL continues to lead from the front. Through collaboration, integrity, and forward-thinking leadership, they are shaping the future of India’s defence and infrastructure sectors.

Sandeep Agarwal

Managing Director

Sandeep Agarwal is a technology leader with 35+ years of experience in driving innovation across India. He played a key role in introducing advanced data connectivity and wireless solutions. He also led India’s first city surveillance project. He has founded and invested in several companies delivering specialized solutions.

LT Gen Suri (Retd.)

Independent Director

Lieutenant Gen Suri (Retd) is a distinguished aerospace and defence leader with 39 years of service, retiring as Director General & Colonel Commandant of the Army Aviation Corps. He has expertise in defence strategy, aviation systems, and procurement. One of only two certified Master Aviation Flight Instructors in India, he has 6,000+ flying hours. He brings strong leadership and strategic insight to aerospace and defence organisations.

Navneet Garg

Director on the Advisory Board

Navneet Garg is a seasoned engineer and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience driving large-scale social and economic transformation. His career spans diverse sectors with global engagements across 80 developed and developing nations.

Raghav Agarwal

Director Growth

Raghav Agarwal has over six years of experience in the Indian defence industry, leading strategic technology partnerships and business development initiatives that have contributed to Bharati’s growth as an emerging defence technology company. He works closely with global defence innovators and Indian defence stakeholders to identify, develop, and introduce advanced capabilities aligned with India’s operational requirements. His areas of focus include tactical communications, artificial intelligence for defence applications, autonomous systems, counter-UAS technologies, armoured platforms, and next-generation battlefield capabilities, with a strong emphasis on strengthening India’s indigenous defence ecosystem.

Rakhi Agarwal

Director

Rakhi Agarwal is an educationist, philanthropist, and entrepreneur dedicated to advancing the rights of women and children. With over two decades of experience investing in early-stage startups, she has also made a strong impact in the business world. Her commitment to positive culture and employee well-being makes her a guiding force at BDIL.

Gopal Krishna

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

V. Gopalakrishnan is a seasoned finance and banking professional with over 40 years of experience in the Banking and Financial Services sector. He holds distinguished qualifications including M.Com, ACS, and ACMA. He brings deep expertise in financial strategy, treasury management, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. His strong track record in capital raising, risk management, and operational excellence makes him a valuable strategic leader.

Rahul Mittal

Independent Director

Rahul Mittal is a seasoned professional with over 34 years of experience in mechanical engineering and marketing management. With qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Marketing, he brings strong technical and strategic expertise. As an Independent Director, he provides guidance in business growth, operations, and market strategy. His leadership and governance experience make him a valuable advisor to organizations.

Satyanarayan Parashar

Independent Director

Satyanarayan Parashar serves as an Independent Director, overseeing day-to-day activities and strengthening corporate governance through objective judgement. He ensures regulatory compliance while balancing the interests of all stakeholders. His experience and independent perspective support effective decision-making and sustainable growth.

Ashish Padte

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Exicom

Ashish Padte, brings over 18 years of experience in wireless technology and has been instrumental in Exicom’s growth since 2017. He has played a key role in building high-performing teams, driving cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining a strong customer-focused approach. His leadership supports Exicom’s mission of delivering advanced communication solutions for the Indian Defence sector.

Rajesh Deshmukh

Chief Operating Officer (COO), Exicom

Rajesh Deshmukh holds a Post Graduate degree in Industrial Automation & Robotics and brings a strong passion for Telecom, IT, and Electronics. He has expertise in design and technical support, backed by strong analytical and problem-solving skills. His ability to perform in fast-paced environments makes him a valuable technical leader.

Dr. Ashish Kumar (Ph.D.)

Director-International Business

Dr. Ashish Kumar is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of International experience in the telecom, aerospace and defence industries. Managing business operations across India, South Asia, East Asia, GCC, Central Asia and the MENA region.

Shri Bhaskar Burman, M.Tech. (IIT Kharagpur)

Advisor

Shri Bhaskar Burman, MTech (IIT Kharagpur), is Director – R&D and Naval Projects with over 31 years of experience in DRDO across electronics and naval systems. He served as Scientific Advisor to the Chief of Naval Staff at IHQ MoD (N) in the rank of Joint Secretary. Following retirement, he also served as Chief Consultant at BrahMos HQ, New Delhi. He now leads the promotion of the company’s products within DRDO and the Indian Navy.

Col. Ani Alex (Retd.)

Senior General Manager

Colonel Ani John Alex (Retd), an alumnus of the National Defence Academy, is an Artillery officer with over 20 years of experience in C4ISR and tactical communications. He currently serves as Senior General Manager – Defence Land Systems and Special Forces at Bharati Defence and Infrastructure Limited, leading business development, sales, and field validation of tactical systems for Armed Forces, CAPFs, and Police organizations.

Suresh Kumar GS

Radio Frequency Professional

Suresh Kumar G S, a graduate of Bangalore University, has 30+ years of R&D experience across telecommunications, WiFi, defence equipment, startups, and services. His expertise includes product architecture, design, development, certification, pilot production, testing, and mass product launches. At BDIL, he leads the development of small form factor solutions with advanced functionality and features.